Deadline extended for online applications under Central Sector Scholarship Scheme for College and University Students
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, November 19, 2025: The Ministry of Education has extended the last date for submitting online applications for the Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship for College and University Students (PM-USP CSSS) for the academic year 2025–26.
The previous deadline of November 15, 2025, has now been pushed to November 30, 2025. The application process began on June 2, 2025.
According to a spokesperson of the Board, the merit cut-off list for newly eligible students is available on the official website, www.bseh.org.in.
Students eligible for renewal can apply as per the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Education, which are available on the National Scholarship Portal (www.scholarships.gov.in).
The spokesperson added that online applications submitted by colleges, universities, and institutions at the L-1 level must be verified by December 15, 2025. Verification by the State Nodal Officer (L-2 level) must be completed by December 31, 2025.
Eligible students applying for fresh scholarships or renewing their scholarships for the first, second, third, or fourth time must ensure they submit their applications on the National Scholarship Portal by November 30, 2025.
Educational institutions have been directed to inform students and complete verification promptly so that scholarship funds can be released without delay.